Audi A4 (B8 Typ 8K) was launched in 2008, it was built on the variant of Audi Modular Longitudinal Platform (MLP) which is also used in Audi A5 coupe. The centre of gravity has been shifted slightly rearwards, thus improves the handling. The length of Audi B8 A4 has increased by 11.7 centimeters (4.6 inch) over the previous version Audi A4 B7, but the kerb weight was lighter by 10%.